Skywatchers are in for a treat this week as a blood moon will phase into a total lunar eclipse. The lunar event will start Thursday night and continue through the early hours of Friday with totality at about 2:26am. Astronomers say the amount of dust and cloud cover will determine how red the eclipse will appear. While the total lunar eclipse won't require any special equipment to watch it, a telescope or binoculars will give you a better view. Staying away from city lights will also improve viewing conditions.